RESUMEN
An interprofessional conference that addressed basic palliative care knowledge and skills was implemented annually at a large, academic healthcare institution. The conference significantly influenced participant's self-perceived competencies in the delivery of quality palliative care. This conference led to a sustainable program of palliative care initiatives consisting of a yearly workshop for nurses focused on palliative care core competencies and a biennial interprofessional conference designed to facilitate networking and address significant topics in palliative care.
Asunto(s)
Congresos como Asunto , Personal de Salud/educación , Enfermería de Cuidados Paliativos al Final de la Vida , Cuidados Paliativos , Desarrollo de Programa , Atención a la Salud , Educación en Enfermería , HumanosRESUMEN
Preparing nurses to recognize the signs and symptoms of a deteriorating patient and to provide appropriate initial interventions is essential. Hospital-based in situ simulation education is an effective evidence-based method that supports adult learning in a safe environment. The purpose of this article is to discuss the development, implementation, and evaluation of an in situ simulation program and the positive impact on nurses' confidence level in the recognition and initiation of interventions for a deteriorating patient.